1 A song of ascents.From the deep water I cry out to you, O LORD.2 O Lord, listen to me. Pay attention to my plea for mercy.3 If you, O LORD, were to keep track of sins,O Lord, who could stand before you?4 But you are willing to forgive so that you might be honored.5 I rely on the LORD.I rely on him with my whole being; I wait for his assuring word.6 I yearn for the Lord, more than watchmen do for the morning,yes, more than watchmen do for the morning.7 O Israel, hope in the LORD,for the LORD exhibits loyal love and is more than willing to deliver.8 He will deliver Israelfrom all their sins.